Sometimes the routine of our daily life or the repetitive fulfillment of our daily tasks tends to exhaust us mentally. The idea of seeing our days succeed and look alike can bring us to certain weariness. And it is in this case that the motivation diminishes, thus leading us to deviate from the objectives that we have set out for ourselves.

Inspiration is the cornerstone of creativity and innovation. Someone inspired will be more successful. It is also the most motivated business leaders who transform the markets, who “disrupt” the processes. In order to continue to progress steadily, it is essential to maintain and develop one’s inspiration. Here are some tips for staying in this virtuous spiral.

SIMPLE – INSPIRING QUOTES TO READ AND REREAD

This may seem trivial, but the truth is reading inspirational quotes daily will have the gift of motivation. This will position us in a positive mindset. It’s a similar process as practising a sport with someone at a level higher than ours; it stimulates us and allows us to surpass ourselves.

Select personalities, sportsmen, intellectuals, artists … whose paths you admire and look for the most memorable words they’ve spoken. Make a selection of quotes that inspire you the most and print them to position them in strategic locations where you will be most inclined to read them.

Browse Google for quotes on topics that interest you and each day take the time to read the ones you love.

THE LIST OF REASONS FOR WHICH YOU PURSUE THIS OBJECTIVE

Achieving goals, whether they are ambitious or not, whether they are short, medium or long term, can take a lot of time and effort. It can take so long that we forget why we are going in that direction. Write a list of all the reasons that drive you to achieve this goal in order to stay motivated and inspired.

When you write down this list, make sure that the motivations are consequent and strong emotionally. To make quick decisions, it’s more the reason and logic that come into play. But when it comes to spending time on a long-term goal, emotions are the most important part of our determination.

THE COURSES OF THOSE WHO PRECEDED YOU

Man tends to make things more difficult than they really are. Wanting to lift mountains alone is possible, but exhausting. Rather than stubbornly trying to do everything alone, to refuse the help of a third party, you can learn from those who have gone before.

Take the time to read the biographies and memoirs of those who have overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles, those who have managed to exploit their full potential. Seek out people who have goals similar to yours. Thus their victories will be good vectors of motivation, their failures too. If someone has achieved an X or Y goal, there’s no reason you can not reach it too.

SYMBOLIC REPRESENTATIONS

In religion, a lot of importance is given to certain objects because they are imbued with a powerful and specific spiritual meaning. These objects are intended to refocus the believer, to allow him to reach a more peaceful, more balanced state of thought.

A talisman does not necessarily need to have a religious or spiritual aspect to be useful. You can use a small object that has special meaning for you to remind you of the importance of your project or goal. Any object visually symbolizing your intention will be effective, and if you can create this amulet yourself, it’s even better!

Put it on your desk, on your wall or in a place where you will see it regularly, or leave it in a pocket of your clothes.

The association of the object with your lens can reload your inspiration whenever you see it.

MEDITATION, EXERCISE AND GAMES

Stress kills inspiration, and one of the best defenses is a complete change of pace, both physically and mentally.

Give yourself time to wander, be it at the level of the mind or body. Even a simple daily walk allows your brain to decompress and evacuate stress. When you let your mind wander, it will be more able to make creative flights and generate new ideas. Do not feel guilty, you are not less productive during these breaks, they are the ones who boost your creativity. Practice a relaxing and fun activity without any competition. Woodworking, painting, reading or even coloring books can be effective ways to decompress and recharge one’s batteries. This will give your stressed mind an opportunity to relax the pressure and reconnect with inspiration.